Oakfield Primary Academy
114%
Capacity
721
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Oakfield Primary Academy
Oakfield Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 721 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakfield Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rajinder Kaur-Gill, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3058th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 26 in Dartford.
Oakfield Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 155 applications for 76 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakfield Primary Academy include Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Oakfield Primary Academy is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oakfield Lane, Dartford, Dartford, DA1 2SW |
| Headteacher | Rajinder Kaur-Gill |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 721 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.5% |
| School Capacity | 721 / 630 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3058th of 13,686
Nationally
404th of 2,034
In South East
9th of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
74%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed76
155
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oakfield Lane, Dartford
Dartford, DA1 2SW
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